Warehouse Associate I

Classification: Hourly. Shift: First Shift - 8 (United States of America).

Job Description

We are looking for a warehouse associate to pick, pack, and load orders in a safe and efficient manner. The role involves forklift operation, inventory management, and order fulfillment as part of a dynamic warehouse team.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Tuition reimbursement
• 12 paid holidays plus paid vacation and sick time
• Flexible spending account
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance
• 1 week paid plant shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s holidays

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Order Picking (80%): Review regular orders and pick materials using a forklift throughout the warehouse and assemble in a staging lane. Ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Housekeeping (10%): Keep aisles and rack locations clean of debris and empty pallets.
• Forklift Inspections (5%): Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections to ensure maintenance and report any necessary repairs.
• Inventory Audit (5%): Assist in annual inventory audit by performing product counts and logging results.
• Order Loading/Unloading (10%): Load completed orders onto trucks and delivery carriers. Unload LTL carriers and truck loads. Perform receiving duties, verify items, inform purchaser of discrepancies, and maintain shipping documentation. Assist Procurement & Accounts Payable regarding purchase order/invoice issues and corrections. Work with Customer Service and QC team to process RMAs and carrier returns.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Key qualifications:

• Ability to use math for basic inventory counts.
• Ability to read and interpret directions and order details.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Safe operation of forklift and RFGen gun.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must pass pre-employment physical.
• Lift: Lift or carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Push/Pull: Push/pull 50 pounds.
• Stand: Stand 80% of the day.
• Sit: Sit 20% of the day.
• Twist/Bend: Twist/bend 50% of the day.
• Squat/Climb/Crawl: Squat/climb/crawl 20% of the day.